Bikaner holds 95% of India’s potash and clay that rivals Ukrainian imports — but it’s stuck in limbo. The minerals are ready. The science is in. But there’s no dry port, no sufficient cargo-ready airport, and no urgency. India spends Rs 8,000 crore importing potash, and $1.4 billion on Ukrainian clay. Bikaner could slash both — if only it were connected to ports and policy momentum. This isn’t just about one district. It’s about unlocking Atmanirbhar Bharat from the soil up. https://swarajyamag.com/economy/atmanirbharta-begins-in-the-desert-why-bikaner-is-indias-next-big-thing